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Herbal Remedies for Weight Gain!

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Do you need to put on some weight to look confident, or simply to get that perfect chubby look?  While there are numerous supplements in the market that might be of some help, they have no real benefits when compared to smart food and lifestyle choices, which are a healthier option in the long run. Also here are some suggested herbal remedies to gain weight in a healthier way without any side effects!  Find in this article some time-tested and effective herbal home remedies to gain weight and look confident! Herbal Remedies for Weight Gain Pound dry ashwagandha  roots  and t ake 1-2 tsp of this powder twice daily with milk. Consuming musk melon thrice daily for a month is effective for those who want to put on weight. Eating banana thrice daily followed by a glass of milk is said to treat thinness. Having a glass of banana shake is also beneficial in weight gain. Dessert (Halwa) prepared from almonds can be taken thrice daily. Another helpful remedy is to boil almonds, date palm and an

Drink Water to Maximize Health Benefits!

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It's an interesting fact that drinking water at the correct time maximizes its effectiveness on the human body system!  Our body is composed of about 60% water. The functions of these bodily fluids include digestion, absorption, circulation, creation of saliva, transportation of nutrients, and maintenance of body temperature!  Drinking adequate amounts of water keeps skin hydrated and glowing. It is equally good for maintaining  healthy  hair!  Water is helpful in  flushing  out toxins and waste products from the body. Having 2 glass of Water after waking up helps activate internal organs of the body.  Drinking a glass of water 30 minutes before meals helps improve digestion and keeps a check on weight. A glass of water before taking a bath   helps lower blood pressure. Having a glass of water before going to bed avoids heart attacks and strokes.  Hence, keeping body hydrated and drinking about 3 to 4 liters of water daily is good for our overall health! 

Calculate Your Ideal Body Weight by Height!

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To look beautiful and stay physically fit, one must keep a check on his or her body weight! But many few know about determining ideal weight and keep a check on the same!  In this post, find out the simple formula to calculate the body weight in terms of your height! For a woman , a simple way to determine the optimum weight is to convert the height (feet &  inches) into Kg (e.g., 5’7’’ height = 57 Kg) minus 5 Kg which indicates the minimum body weight, i.e., 52 Kg. to determine the maximum permissible weight add 10 Kg to the minimum body weight.  For example: Woman 5’ 7’’ tall= 57 Kg  –  5 Kg = 52 Kg (Min. weight)     52 Kg  +  10 Kg = 62 Kg (Max. weight) For a man , a simple way to determine optimum weight is to convert height (feet & inches) into Kg (e.g., 5’ 7’’ height = 57 Kg) add 5 Kg which indicates the minimum body weight, i.e., 62 Kg. to determine the maximum permissible weight, add 10 Kg to the minimum body weight.  For example: Man 5’7’’ tall=           57 kg + 5kg =

Herbal Cures for Eczema!

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Cure Eczema with Herbs! Eczema also known as  Atopic dermatitis, is an inflammatory disorder of the skin. It appears commonly on the face, neck, chest, hands, elbows and backs of the knees. This disorder may lead to exfoliation and reddening of the skin. In its severe form, the disease is characterized by severe dryness, itching, swelling, blistering, oozing of pus and bleeding of the affected skin. Eczema causes Itching, Dryness & Inflammation of the Skin! The causes of eczema can be from external irritations, allergic reactions, exposure to chemicals or particular microorganisms, or diet, etc. Emotional stress, insomnia or lack of sleep, unbalanced diet, overexertion can worsen conditions of this ailment.  There are a number of herbal treatments that can not only treat skin inflammation but also prevent further outbreaks. Find in this post, some of the time-tested remedies for the treatment of this skin disorder: Herbal cures for Eczema To treat eczema, drink a glass of milk wit